With just a few matches left in the IPL season, the race for the most wickets and the coveted Purple Cap is heating up. While Mumbai Indians' Jasprit Bumrah has regained the top spot, Sunrisers Hyderabad's T Natarajan has entered the top 5 after his recent performance against Chennai Super Kings. Meanwhile, the Orange Cap, awarded to the player with the most runs in the season, is currently held by Mohammed Shami. Keep track of the latest standings as the IPL season draws to a close.
IPL 2021: Purple and Orange Cap Race Heats Up
As the Indian Premier League (IPL) season nears its conclusion, the race for the coveted Purple and Orange Caps intensifies. Here's a comprehensive overview:
Purple Cap: Most Wickets
Mumbai Indians' pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has reclaimed the top spot with 17 wickets, after a stellar performance against Rajasthan Royals. However, Sunrisers Hyderabad's T Natarajan has emerged as a strong contender, breaking into the top 5 with 13 wickets. Other players in contention include:
Orange Cap: Most Runs
Mohammed Shami, surprisingly, holds the Orange Cap with 276 runs, despite being a fast bowler. However, he faces stiff competition from opening batsmen:
History of Purple and Orange Caps
The Purple and Orange Caps have been awarded to the IPL's top wicket-taker and run-scorer since the 2008 season.
Top 5 FAQs
Q1: Who won the Purple Cap in IPL 2020? A: Jofra Archer (Rajasthan Royals)
Q2: Who won the Orange Cap in IPL 2020? A: David Warner (Sunrisers Hyderabad)
Q3: Which team has won the most Purple Caps? A: Mumbai Indians (3)
Q4: Which team has won the most Orange Caps? A: Royal Challengers Bangalore (3)
Q5: What is the significance of the Purple and Orange Caps? A: They are prestigious awards that recognize the outstanding achievements of the top bowler and batsman in the IPL.
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